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Sepp BlatterEighth and current President of FIFA. He has been in office since 1998. A native of Switzerland.
Date of Birth: 10.03.1936
Country:  Switzerland |
Content:
- Gianni Infantino: Eighth President of FIFA
- Early Career
- Professional Career
- FIFA Leadership
- International Involvement
- Controversies
- Current Role
Gianni Infantino: Eighth President of FIFA
Birth and EducationGianni Infantino was born on March 10, 1936, in Switzerland. He graduated from the University of Lausanne with a law degree in 1956.
Early Career
Infantino began his career as a member of the Swiss Sports Journalists Association. From 1948 to 1971, he played for an amateur Swiss football club.
Professional Career
In 1962, Infantino joined a Swiss travel agency. Two years later, he became the General Secretary of the Swiss Ice Hockey Association. In 1972, he participated in the preparations for the Munich Olympics as a representative of the Longines company.
FIFA Leadership
Infantino joined FIFA as its Technical Director in 1975. In 1981, he was appointed General Secretary by then-FIFA President João Havelange. In 1998, he was elected FIFA President after defeating UEFA President Lennart Johansson.
International Involvement
In 1999, Infantino became a member of the International Olympic Committee.
Controversies
In 2001, Infantino's name was involved in a scandal surrounding the bankruptcy of FIFA's partner company, ISL/ISMM.
Current Role
Infantino has served as the President of FIFA since 1998, making him the eighth and current president of the organization. He is responsible for overseeing all aspects of FIFA, including the development of football globally, the organization of major competitions, and the governance of the sport.
